World Earth Hour

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• Every year on March 26, is observed as the World Earth Hour. The topic for Earth Hour 2022 will be “Shape Our Future.” 

What is Earth Hour?

• About:
  • It is a global grassroots movement uniting people to take action on environmental issues and protect the planet.
  • It is organized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF).
  • It was started as a lights out event in Sydney, Australia in 2007.
  • The annual Earth Hour lights out event is held worldwide toward the end of March to encourage individuals, households, communities and businesses to turn off their non-essential lights for one hour.
• Aim: 
  • To increase awareness and spark global conversations on protecting nature not only to combat the climate crisis but to ensure human health, happiness, prosperity and even survival.

Difference between Earth Hour and Earth Day

• Earth Hour stands as a climate change initiative where people reduce their electricity usage. Earth Day (April 22) celebrates our natural environment by inspiring people to plant trees, recycle regularly and keep the planet tidy.

Source: TOI